Arsenal drop pursuit of Vinicius Junior amid Madrid contract talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:25 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Arsenal have ended their interest in signing Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid, acknowledging low chances for a transfer this summer. Despite reports of Arsenal's willingness to make him their highest-paid player, negotiations for Vinicius's contract renewal with Real Madrid remain unresolved. Sources indicate that Vinicius has shown no intent to leave and is expected to agree on an extension with the club. As Arsenal shifts focus to alternative targets, Real Madrid aims to finalize Vinicius's contract situation before the upcoming season.
- •Arsenal abandon hopes of signing Vinicius Junior.
- •Vinicius has one year left on his contract.
- •Arsenal previously considered making him their highest-paid player.
- •Expectations grow for Vinicius to sign a contract renewal with Madrid.
- •Arsenal will now look for other player acquisitions.
- 10:25 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal abandon hopes of signing Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior
"The last few days have seen Real Madrid become the center of attention for everyone following the European transfer market. The Merengues have been involved in several high-profile operations as the t...
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